Associate Graphic Designer

Are you a team player? Do you enjoy being creative excel at creating digital designs? Are you interested in working in meaningful projects? Do you want to work with cutting-edge digital marketing team?

Excited to learn more? If so, then this could be the role for you!

LPL Financial (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader* in the markets we serve, supporting more than 18,000 financial advisors, 800 institution-based investment programs and 450 independent RIA firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-centered model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial advisor. At LPL, independence means that advisors have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run their perfect practice. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Job Overview

LPL’s Marketing Solutions department is seeking an associate graphic designer with a digital marketing background. In this position, you will assist marketing consultants who are the marketing point person for several LPL advisors. You will aid in the development of the marketing consultant’s digital marketing strategy by creating and designing assets for our advisors. Some of which include: monthly content calendar graphics, email design, social media posts, themed infographics, video editing, and additional ad hoc advisor requests. You will leverage strong design skills, an eye for accuracy, brand consistency, and a knack for making complex things simple in order to help create digital content for LPL advisors.

Responsibilities

Partner with Marketing Consultants by creating graphics to support LPL advisor's overall marketing strategy.

Graphic creation and video editing for social media postsInfographics, companion imagery, and/or graphics for blogs, email, websites, and moreImplement firm’s branding

Attend LPL advisor calls to gain a better understanding of the following:

GoalsPersonalityPractice/BusinessContent preferencesExisting clients and/or prospectsComplex projects

Develop advisor branding materials, including, but not limited to:

Brand guidelinesEvent materialsPowerPoint presentationsFirm brochuresLanding page designs

Collaborate with Marketing Consultants to leverage the LPL advisor’s digital ad spend to achieve the following:

Brand awarenessDemand generationEngagementEnhanced client communication

Collaborate with the Marketing Solutions Content team to deliver on the following items:

Creation of custom graphicsDevelopment of content templatesEbook designs

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team-oriented, and can execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree2+ years’ experience in marketing and/or design.

Preferences

Bachelor’s degree in digital production, design, communication or related field.Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, PhotoShop, and Premier Pro), Canva, and Wave.Solid understanding of digital production, including using style sheets, branding, template creation, and troubleshooting technical issues in graphic files.Working knowledge of video editing and best practices for social media.Working knowledge of web design principles, best practices, and content management platforms.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently, as well as be a team player.Ability to be flexible and adapt to change.Strong organizational and project management skills.Financial services experience a plus, not required.FMG experience is a plus, not required.

Pay Range

$24.42-$36.63/hour

Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

Why LPL?

At LPL, we believe that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services. We provide you with a work environment that encourages your creativity and growth, a leadership team that is supportive and responsive, and the opportunity to create a career that has no limits, only amazing potential.

We are one team on one mission. We take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. We are committed to supporting workplace equality, and we embrace the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We also care for our communities, and we encourage our employees to do the same. This creates an environment in which you can do your best work.

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Information on Interviews

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.